The 1st Half Culture Show

Harnessing Health for a Happier World: A Talk with Fitness Pioneer Chris Ince - Dive deep into the transformative power of health and wellness with Montreal's own Chris Ince. With three decades in the fitness industry, Chris shares his unwavering belief in the positive ripple effects of good health: from stress management and enhanced relationships to making environmentally conscious decisions. Join us on The 1st Half Podcast as we explore how Chris and his team at Entraînement U.N.I Training are shaping a healthier, happier world. Tune in and get inspired to elevate your well-being This Episode is brought to you by: CULT MTL, evenko , Breville, Carlsberg and U.N.I. Training. SHARE & LIKE THIS SH*T PLEASE!

In this Episode we chat with James Pantemis, a Canadian professional soccer player who plays as a Goalkeeper for the Portland Timbers in Major League Soccer. He also plays for the Canadian Men’s national team. In November 2022, Pantemis was named to Canada's squad for the 2022 World Cup. Other than football James is passionate about being involved with kids that are in the developmental stages of their sports journey and being very involved in the community. The 1st Half Culture Show https://the1sthalf.com/ which is a monthly web series will gather footy fans, foodies, art & music lovers alike to experience the reach and monumental impact football culture has on our everyday lives. Experience neighborhoods, local businesses, street art, food, and fashion through the eyes of footy fans. Get to know artists, entrepreneurs, chefs, athletes, and local and international legends who’ve all been inspired by football in one way or another. Sit down with restaurateur & football culture junkie Paul Desbaillets as he meets up with some top names in Food, Music, Sports, Art & Fashion as they discuss their love of ‘The Beautiful Game’ while enjoying a great third wave specialty coffee produced by home appliance leaders Breville and the new ‘Barista Express-Impress’ or sharing the best 0.0 Beer on the market with Carlsberg. SHARE & LIKE THIS SH*T PLEASE!

Beans, Brews & Balls. In this latest EP we chat with, Kacey ‘KACEE’ Anderson Content Creator & Esports Presenter Kacey "Kacee" Anderson, is a Chicago-based web entertainer, video producer, andbroadcaster, passionately combines her love for soccer and gaming in live Twitchand TikTok broadcasts. She creates diverse content on various social platforms, and has held commentary roles on FIFA-related tournaments like FIFAE, EMLS, ECL, and Collegiate ECL & FIFA events. Currently, she is an ambassador forManchester City, EA Sports and PlayStation, and is working as a reporter and color commentator for FC 24. The 1st Half Culture show which is a monthly web series will gather footy fans, foodies, art & music lovers alike to experience the reach and monumental impact football culture has on our everyday lives. Experience neighborhoods, local businesses, street art, food, and fashion through the eyes of footy fans. Get to know artists, entrepreneurs, chefs, athletes, and local and international legends who’ve all been inspired by football in one way or another. Sit down with restaurateur & football culture junkie Paul Desbaillets as he meets up with some top names in Food, Music, Sports, Art & Fashion as they discuss their love of ‘The Beautiful Game’ while enjoying a great third wave specialty coffee produced by home appliance leaders Breville and the new ‘Barista Express-Impress’ or sharing the best 0.0 Beer on the market with Carlsberg. When not enjoying your beverage of choice we T1H believes in the power of movement, and there is no better way to drive this home then with the the crew over at U.N.I TRAINING who are committed to helping everyone achieve their health and wellness goals. They have been taking care of the Montreal community since 1999 by providing a wide variety of professional services catering to your needs from the start. With a personalized approach to your fitness journey the team will help you achieve your targets, whatever they might be. With this exciting new partnership U.N.I. Gym will be providing a few special exercises to enjoy and utilize before you get back on that pitch at the end of every EP over the next few months.’ Along with this episode’s conversation there is a small, detailed workout created for the 1st Half listener provided by the specialists at U.N.I Training. Feburary is Maxine Hubbard @maxfit_mtl seen on IG & YouTube Enjoy. SHARE & LIKE THIS SH*T PLEASE!

Beans, Brews & Balls. In this latest EP we chat with, Rich Orosco Chief Brand Officer, Los Angeles Football Club. Rich is a 25-year entertainment, consumer products, and sports marketing veteran who has conceptualized and executed award-winning product launch campaigns. He is the winner of the 2018 Major League Soccer Marketing Executive of the Year Award and was included on the 2019 Adweek’s L.A. Brand Stars list. Prior to LAFC, he co-founded American-made menswear brand Exley, served as the Co-General Manager of the Los Angeles Matadors in the World Series of Boxing, was the Vice President of Marketing at Warner Bros. Television, and the Executive Director of Advertising and Promotion at CBS Paramount Television. The 1st Half Culture show which is a monthly web series will gather footy fans, foodies, art & music lovers alike to experience the reach and monumental impact football culture has on our everyday lives. Experience neighborhoods, local businesses, street art, food, and fashion through the eyes of footy fans. Get to know artists, entrepreneurs, chefs, athletes, and local and international legends who’ve all been inspired by football in one way or another. Sit down with restaurateur & football culture junkie Paul Desbaillets as he meets up with some top names in Food, Music, Sports, Art & Fashion as they discuss their love of ‘The Beautiful Game’ while enjoying a great third wave specialty coffee produced by home appliance leaders Breville and the new ‘Barista Express-Impress’ or sharing the best 0.0 Beer on the market with Carlsberg. When not enjoying your beverage of choice we T1H believes in the power of movement, and there is no better way to drive this home then with the the crew over at U.N.I TRAINING who are committed to helping everyone achieve their health and wellness goals. They have been taking care of the Montreal community since 1999 by providing a wide variety of professional services catering to your needs from the start. With a personalized approach to your fitness journey the team will help you achieve your targets, whatever they might be. With this exciting new partnership U.N.I. Gym will be providing a few special exercises to enjoy and utilize before you get back on that pitch at the end of every EP over the next few months.’ Enjoy and let us know if they have helped in your game. SHARE & LIKE THIS SH*T PLEASE!

In this Episode we chat with Sam Roberts, Montreal native who was a violin player, surrounded by a vast range of musical influences, who eventually moved on to guitar and started a rock band with friends. The Inhuman Condition became the best-selling independent EP in Canadian history and included a re-recorded version of “Brother Down” and the chart topper “Don’t Walk Away Eileen”. In 2003 he released his first full-length album, We Were Born in a Flame. This year marks the 20-year anniversary for the Double-Platinum certified album, which was a huge hit in Canada and won JUNO Awards for Album of the Year, Rock Album of the Year, and Artist of the Year. Roberts has since continued to release hit Platinum and Gold-certified albums, winning awards across the board and landing once of a lifetime performance opportunity such as at the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver. The band just released “Projection” which is a dynamic alternative rock tune that blends introspective lyrics with the distinctive Sam Roberts Band sound, capturing the essence of self-discovery and vulnerability. With its infectious chorus and captivating verses, the single becomes a canvas of personal reflection for all. “When the lines between fact and fiction have become so blurred, how do we measure our truest selves? What can we rely on? Hold on to?,” said Sam Roberts. The new single “Projection” is seemingly a song with more questions than answers but, at its heart, there is a clear statement that love is still the one constant we can live by.” n addition to the new single release, Sam Roberts Band are also excited to announce their 2024 North American tour, which will be the band’s first full tour since 2018, due to the pandemic-cancelled previous tour dates. The journey will kick off in their hometown Montréal, on February 2nd, and includes stops across Canada, select US cities and the United Kingdom. Find out where & how he became in love with Football. SHARE & LIKE THIS SH*T PLEASE!

In this Episode we chat with Joel Waterman is a Canadian footballer who plays for Montreal in the MLS and the Canadian Men’s National team and was named to Canada's squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Born in Surrey, British Columbia and raised in the nearby small town of Aldergrove, Joel grew up with a soccer ball between his feet. What started as something to pass time evolved into an amazing journey that has led Joel to where he is today. Joel believes that it’s his purpose to inspire the next generation of pro footballers in Canada. Joel’s sense of purpose drives him to be the best player he can be each and every time he steps out on the pitch. Joel is also an ambassador for Mission 5 Million, and Goal Initiatives. Mission 5 Million fights global malnutrition by nourishing children worldwide, with over 110 million servings since 2009. Goal Initiatives enables the next generation to play and benefit from soccer through funding and community events. The 1st Half is very proud to support the GOAL FOUNDATION https://goalinitiatives.org/ SHARE & LIKE THIS SH*T PLEASE!

Mark Fishkin is a giant New York Red Bulls supporter. He has been around the MLS before it was the MLS. He writes a lot and does a lot of fantastic stuff with The Seeing Red Podcast with his partner. They are deep into football and a huge supporter of men's and women's national team in the US. Music by: Mr Pink by Topher Mohr & Alex Elena #the1sthalf #podcast #MarkFishkin

Terry Guy is someone that you need to get to know! You have to hear his story on how he got to London, New York, Miami, and then into LA and how he came about supporting the club he did. You also need to hear about Secret Walls on why and how he founded it. Terry Guy has made a name for himself and his two projects, Monorex and Secret Walls. Monorex's main focus is connecting the right brands with the right artist from their global network to produce organic content and campaigns while...

Shawn Francis & Ian Perkins are from Asbury Park Football club. These fantastic guys are in love with the football culture, game and everything about! They also do the design and marketing of everything that they put behind put Asbury Park FC, which started off as something fun and has grown gigantic! Learn more about Shawn Francis & Ian Perkins on today's episode! Music by: Mr Pink by Topher Mohr & Alex Elena #the1sthalf #AsburyParkFC #podcast

Bacary Sagna (born 14 February 1983) is a French professional footballer. He has mainly played in the Premier League, and also for the France national team. His former manager at Arsenal, Arsène Wenger, once described him as the best right-back in the Premier League. In addition to him regularly featuring as a wing-back, Sagna played as a centre-back for Arsenal on several occasions. Sagna began his career at Auxerre, before transferring to Arsenal for £7 million in 2007. In 2014, shortly...

Bacary Sagna (born 14 February 1983) is a French professional footballer. He has mainly played in the Premier League, and also for the France national team. His former manager at Arsenal, Arsène Wenger, once described him as the best right-back in the Premier League. In addition to him regularly featuring as a wing-back, Sagna played as a centre-back for Arsenal on several occasions. Sagna began his career at Auxerre, before transferring to Arsenal for £7 million in 2007. In 2014, shortly...

Naomi Accardi is a cultural storyteller, editor, interested in fashion, art and specifically in social issues. She is involved with SEASON zine. This magazine and things that they're doing on social media and the content they're putting out is fantastic. Naomi also has a footballing background. Her father was a professional footballer. Music by: Mr Pink by Topher Mohr & Alex Elena #NaomiAccardi #the1sthalf #podcast

Louis Amadeus Jensen is an experienced creative director, producer, project manager, artist liaison, philanthropist, activist, and editor-in-chief with on the ground, from the roots up experience in the urban art movement. In addition to that, he is also a Spurs fan! He's somebody that you must to get to know and you will get to know on today's episode! Music by: Mr Pink by Topher Mohr & Alex Elena #LouisAmadeusJensen #the1sthalf #podcast

Lilli Barrett-O’Keefe is the director of streetfootballworld, a global network of ‘football for good’ organizations in over 80 countries worldwide. We got to work together on a project called Play Proud Playbook here in Montreal. She primarily work on a program she started called, Play Proud, which focuses on LGBTQ+ youth inclusion in football. Additionally, she is a consultant for New York City Football Club running a crime/gang prevention program through the Manhattan District Attorney’s...

With roots in Harlem and the Lower East Side, Skotch, born Joshua Khalil Davis-Henry, uses his unique New York City upbringing as the palette for which he paints his lyrical motifs. Raised by his father, Vincent Henry, who was deeply engrained in the Jazz, R&B and Funk world and his mother, Maria A. Davis, who was pioneering in the Hip-Hop and R&B party promotion scene, it’s easy to gauge not only why but also how Skotch found his way into music. What started off as mere interest, due to his...

It's a real pleasure to get to know Ebun Olaloye @mrLBF! Ebun is a really smart and cool person doing amazing and interesting things with Live Breathe Futbol @LBFutbol. Born and raised in Nigeria, he grew up playing in a big field. He did well in school to be able to play soccer and they eventually moved to the New Jersey, US. He played soccer in high school and a little bit in college. While in college, he realized that soccer is important to him and he thought about what he can do to...

Jessica Dionne DiMonte has worked in radio in Montreal for the past decade. She is an avid Manchester United supporter and spends her spare time travelling the world following Paul McCartney on tour. Music by: Mr Pink by Topher Mohr & Alex Elena #JessicaDionneDiMonte #football #podcast

Arton James is author of the football drama-thriller FOUL. Coming from careers in sports performance, data, and marketing, he now writes novels and screenplays that aim to explore the depths of the psyche and morality through gripping, fast-moving narratives. He occasionally turns his dark sensibilities towards comedy. Arton hails from the mean streets of Stockton-on-Tees and resides in London. Music by: Mr Pink by Topher Mohr & Alex Elena

A football curator or a football content creator, Nacho is from Ground Hopper Barcelona. Nacho has travelled a lot. He has been to England, Spain and etc. Nacho did his first long trip when he was 20 years old. He spent 1 month in San Francisco to learn English. Nacho spent most of his life in Barcelona, but he also spent some time in London and move there for the Olympics. In 2017, he moved to Argentina and he was contacted to join the Club Atletico for marketing and communications. Up to...

Brandon Miller is an American soccer player, currently playing for Charlotte Independence in the United Soccer League. He's also part of the Black Players Alliance in the USL. Smart guy, definitely on point and he's someone you need to get to know because he is pushing all fantastic agendas in the States and specifically in the world of football. He also happen to have an absolutely brilliant beard!